Refrigeration Technician - 608 Certification Required

Performance Foodservice; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Free uniforms

Annual safety boot allowance

Day 1 health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Refrigeration Technician for the 3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 8:30 pm - 4:30 am) in Taunton, MA. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial reefer equipment on trucks and trailers.

Eligible candidates will have Thermo King/Carrier experience, 608 certification, and own tools. Excellent pay ($38.00-$45.00/hr) with a $5,000 sign-on bonus, uniforms, and annual safety boot allowance.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 3+ years' experience working on Thermo King or Carrier reefer units.
• Must be 608 certified.
• Specialized training and experience in overhaul of refrigeration components.
• Proficiency with trade tools; ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of components on truck and trailer reefer units.
• Maintaining transport refrigeration units by diagnostics using scanners and onboard computers.
• Complete preventive maintenance and component replacement on refrigeration equipment.
• Repairing failures, testing for Freon leaks, and assembling components.
• Install new units on trailers, trucks, and vans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

608 certification

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Job Description

• $38.00 - $45.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Sunday - Thursday 3rd Shift; 8:30 pm - 4:30 am
• NOW OFFERING $5,000 Sign on Bonus (Terms Apply) as well as Free Uniforms and Annual Safety Boot Allowance

Position Details

• $38.00 - $45.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Sunday - Thursday 3rd Shift; 8:30 pm - 4:30 am
• NOW OFFERING $5,000 Sign on Bonus (Terms Apply) as well as Free Uniforms and Annual Safety Boot Allowance

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary

A Refrigeration Technician will diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment with the primary focus on all refrigeration unit maintenance equipment designed for commercial trucks and trailers. Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on commercial reefer equipment.

Position Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of components on truck and trailer reefer units.
• Maintaining transport refrigeration unit on trucks and trailers by performing diagnostics using scanners, electronic test equipment, and onboard computers.
• Supports the company's college recruiting efforts by developing relationships with partner universities and participating in recruiting activities to attract students to job openings.
• Completing preventive maintenance, component replacement, and service to refrigeration equipment.
• Maintains truck and trailer refrigeration units and truck’s APU by reviewing shop orders.
• Repairing failures; removing, replacing, and testing for Freon leaks, assembling and installing parts and components involving soldering, welding, and the use of refrigeration equipment.
• Installing various new units on trailers, trucks, and vans.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Required Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Required Experience: 3+ year's experience working on Thermo King or Carrier reefer units. Must be 608 certified. Must have specialized training and experience in the overhaul of refrigeration components. Proficiency in the use of all necessary tools of trade is required. Must have ability to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit and regularly lift or move up to 50lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 100lbs/45kg. Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment. Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and work at the specific location. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must own your own tools.

Compensation

$38.00 - $45.00 per hour, depending on experience